A BIRMINGHAM charity for disabled people is facing closure unless it can find a new home by the end of the month.

Mobility Advice Line, which was set up 15 years ago in a bid to help people who struggle getting out and about, desperately needs to find new premises after being served notice to leave the property it currently operates from.

Brynn Tudor, chairman of the charity, based in Watford Road, Cotteridge, said: “This news has come as a massive shock.

“We were told previously that we could have the office for free and for as long as we wanted.

“But the person who owns the business has since handed it over to his son and we have been told we now need to move out.”

He said originally the charity had been given until August 5 to move, but after having no luck finding premises, the deadline was extended until September 2.

“I have tried many different places, all to no avail,” said Mr Tudor.

“If we do not find alternative accommodation then the charity will have no option but to close its doors.

“If this happens it will leave a big void in our clients’ lives, as well as the eight people who volunteer to run the charity.”

He said despite pleas to his local councillors and MP, he has not found anyone who can help the charity’s plight.

“All we need is a room that can be locked and is big enough for two desks and a filing cabinet,” he added.

“If we could pay rent we would, but we struggle on the limited funds we have.”

In fact it’s not the first time the charity has found itself in trouble.

In March 2007 it was forced to move from its rent free office in Selly Oak, where it had been based for eight years.

And In March this year Mr Tudor staged a fund-raising musical to raise cash, as well as paying money out of his own pocket to keep the charity going.

Angi Wright, a volunteer for the charity, added: “We take around 1,000 calls a year and visit many disabled people, young and old, in their homes.

“The reactions we have got from those who are currently receiving help from us that we have to move is one of shock and anger.”

Anyone who can help can call 0121 246 9150 or e-mail brynn@mobility-advice.org.uk